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CINEMA SOUND SYSTEM MANUAL
January, 1998
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Summary

I. INTRODUCTION

II. BASIC SYSTEM CONCEPTS

A. Analog Film Formats

Discusses 35mm and 70mm film formats and their aspect ratios for theatrical exhibition.

B. Digital Film Formats

Explains Dolby SR-D, DTS, and SDDS digital film sound formats and their characteristics.

C. A- and B-chains

Defines the A-chain (preamplifiers, decoding) and B-chain (equalization, amplification, speakers) for playback systems.

D. Evolving Dynamic Range Requirements in the Cinema

E. Integration of Loudspeakers into the Acoustical Environment

F. Power Response and Power-Flat Systems

G. Coverage Requirements for Proper Stereo Reproduction

III. ACOUSTICAL CONSIDERATIONS

A. Noise Criterion (NC) Requirements

Discusses Noise Criterion (NC) curves and their importance for setting acceptable noise levels in cinemas.

B. Control of Reverberation and Discrete Reflections

Addresses managing reverberation time and eliminating problematic early reflections in cinema acoustics.

C. The Role of the Acoustical Consultant

Explains the importance of acoustical consultants in identifying and resolving acoustic issues in cinema design.

IV. SPECIFYING THE CORRECT LOUDSPEAKERS AND AMPLIFIERS

A. Hardware Class vs. Room Size

Guides the selection of appropriate JBL loudspeaker systems based on cinema room volume and size.

B. Advantages of Biamplification

Highlights the benefits of biamplification, such as reduced distortion and better power matching for cinema systems.

C. Cinema Playback Level Calibration

Details the process of calibrating cinema playback levels to match film mix standards and ensure proper dynamic range.

D. New JBL Driver Developments

Introduces new JBL driver technologies and their advantages for cinema applications, like the 2035 transducer.

E. Mechanical Details of JBL Screen Loudspeaker Systems

Presents dimensional aspects and exploded views of JBL screen loudspeaker systems for field assembly.

F. Subwoofers

Explains the role of subwoofers in cinema sound and how to calculate acoustical power requirements based on room volume.

G. Surround Requirements

Defines requirements for surround loudspeaker systems, including quantity and placement for optimal coverage.

H. Screen Losses

Analyzes through-screen losses for high frequencies and the necessary equalization for proper system response.

I. Use of Multiple High Frequency Elements

Discusses challenges and solutions for achieving vertical coverage with multiple high-frequency horns in large cinemas.

V. MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS

A. General Comments

Provides general rules for mounting screen loudspeakers, including placement, orientation, and reflective surface treatment.

B. Platform and Baffle Construction

Details the construction of platforms and baffles for behind-screen loudspeaker mounting to ensure stability and prevent rattles.

C. Subwoofer Mounting

Describes proper placement and mounting techniques for subwoofers to achieve optimal acoustic performance.

D. Surround Mounting

Explains the use of mounting brackets for surround loudspeakers and their positioning for cinema applications.

VI. ELECTRICAL INTERFACE

A. Wiring for Non-biamplified Installations

Covers wiring practices for non-biamplified single-amplifier applications, focusing on wire gauge and loss.

B. Wiring Diagram for a Biamplified Installation

Illustrates wiring diagrams for biamplified cinema systems, showing connections for screen and surround channels.

C. Wiring for Surround Channels

Details wiring configurations for surround channels, including series-parallel hook-ups and amplifier matching for impedance.

D. Wire Gauges and Line Loss Calculations

Provides methods and calculations for determining appropriate wire gauges to minimize signal loss between amplifiers and speakers.

E. Dividing Network Characteristics

Explains the function of passive and active dividing networks in directing frequencies to appropriate transducers.

F. System Setup and Checkout

Outlines procedures for system setup, testing, and checkout, including gain-loss diagrams and final calibration.

Summary

I. INTRODUCTION

II. BASIC SYSTEM CONCEPTS

A. Analog Film Formats

Discusses 35mm and 70mm film formats and their aspect ratios for theatrical exhibition.

B. Digital Film Formats

Explains Dolby SR-D, DTS, and SDDS digital film sound formats and their characteristics.

C. A- and B-chains

Defines the A-chain (preamplifiers, decoding) and B-chain (equalization, amplification, speakers) for playback systems.

D. Evolving Dynamic Range Requirements in the Cinema

E. Integration of Loudspeakers into the Acoustical Environment

F. Power Response and Power-Flat Systems

G. Coverage Requirements for Proper Stereo Reproduction

III. ACOUSTICAL CONSIDERATIONS

A. Noise Criterion (NC) Requirements

Discusses Noise Criterion (NC) curves and their importance for setting acceptable noise levels in cinemas.

B. Control of Reverberation and Discrete Reflections

Addresses managing reverberation time and eliminating problematic early reflections in cinema acoustics.

C. The Role of the Acoustical Consultant

Explains the importance of acoustical consultants in identifying and resolving acoustic issues in cinema design.

IV. SPECIFYING THE CORRECT LOUDSPEAKERS AND AMPLIFIERS

A. Hardware Class vs. Room Size

Guides the selection of appropriate JBL loudspeaker systems based on cinema room volume and size.

B. Advantages of Biamplification

Highlights the benefits of biamplification, such as reduced distortion and better power matching for cinema systems.

C. Cinema Playback Level Calibration

Details the process of calibrating cinema playback levels to match film mix standards and ensure proper dynamic range.

D. New JBL Driver Developments

Introduces new JBL driver technologies and their advantages for cinema applications, like the 2035 transducer.

E. Mechanical Details of JBL Screen Loudspeaker Systems

Presents dimensional aspects and exploded views of JBL screen loudspeaker systems for field assembly.

F. Subwoofers

Explains the role of subwoofers in cinema sound and how to calculate acoustical power requirements based on room volume.

G. Surround Requirements

Defines requirements for surround loudspeaker systems, including quantity and placement for optimal coverage.

H. Screen Losses

Analyzes through-screen losses for high frequencies and the necessary equalization for proper system response.

I. Use of Multiple High Frequency Elements

Discusses challenges and solutions for achieving vertical coverage with multiple high-frequency horns in large cinemas.

V. MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS

A. General Comments

Provides general rules for mounting screen loudspeakers, including placement, orientation, and reflective surface treatment.

B. Platform and Baffle Construction

Details the construction of platforms and baffles for behind-screen loudspeaker mounting to ensure stability and prevent rattles.

C. Subwoofer Mounting

Describes proper placement and mounting techniques for subwoofers to achieve optimal acoustic performance.

D. Surround Mounting

Explains the use of mounting brackets for surround loudspeakers and their positioning for cinema applications.

VI. ELECTRICAL INTERFACE

A. Wiring for Non-biamplified Installations

Covers wiring practices for non-biamplified single-amplifier applications, focusing on wire gauge and loss.

B. Wiring Diagram for a Biamplified Installation

Illustrates wiring diagrams for biamplified cinema systems, showing connections for screen and surround channels.

C. Wiring for Surround Channels

Details wiring configurations for surround channels, including series-parallel hook-ups and amplifier matching for impedance.

D. Wire Gauges and Line Loss Calculations

Provides methods and calculations for determining appropriate wire gauges to minimize signal loss between amplifiers and speakers.

E. Dividing Network Characteristics

Explains the function of passive and active dividing networks in directing frequencies to appropriate transducers.

F. System Setup and Checkout

Outlines procedures for system setup, testing, and checkout, including gain-loss diagrams and final calibration.

JBL CINEMA SOUND SET UP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJBL
ModelCINEMA SOUND SET UP
CategorySpeaker System
LanguageEnglish

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